• NEW DAY PROCLAMATION | NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY – First Friday in September

    National Chianti Day - First Friday in September

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY

    The first Friday in September each year ushers in a celebration worthy of a toast. National Chianti Day recognizes the most-recognized red wines from the Tuscany region of Italy.

    Always leading with the Sangiovese grape, the ruby red wine is famous throughout the world, and Chianti Classico is represented by the iconic Gallo Nero logo, which is a black rooster inside a red circle. While Chianti is most associated with Tuscany, the smaller Chianti Classico region, located between Florence in the north and Siena in the south, is the historical heartland and most-respected area for red wines.

    As essential to Italian cuisine as olive oil, Chianti Classico is a dry red wine that is medium to full-bodied. It shows red cherry and herbaceous notes, making it flexible with many cuisines and pairing particularly well with robust dishes like barbeque and grilled meats. And because Chianti Classico is the authentic taste of Tuscany and the ultimate expression of the region, the wines have a natural affinity to Italian dishes like pasta carbonara or pizza.

    For a more savory and earthy expression, look for the word Riserva. Chianti Classico Riserva demands that the wine is aged an additional two years and will develop subtle notes of balsamic and espresso notes during that time. These hedonistic wines work brilliantly with stews and braised dishes.

    HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalChiantiDay

    Pick up a bottle of Chianti Classico to serve with dinner. To really elevate your meal, consider an aged bottle of Chianti Classico Riserva. While you’re exploring the wine aisle, be sure to plan your meal. May we suggest a charcuterie board with a selection of Italian meats and cheeses? Chianti Classico will also go well with a thick-cut porterhouse steak. But don’t stop there. The tangy acidity of Chianti Classico cuts through the richness on your plate, so explore all the ways this Italian wine complements a meal.

    While you enjoy your wine, be sure to share your favorite pairings by using #NationalChiantiDay on social media.

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY HISTORY

    Santa Margharita USA founded National Chianti Day to honor our Chianti Classico Riserva, a wine that embodies the traditions of Tuscany and the Chianti Classico region. Our Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva is from a single vineyard called Salcentino located just outside of the town of Panzano. Dry, rich, and rewarding, the wine has complex aromas of red cherries and plums with a palate that unfolds to berry fruits and licorice, framed by light toasty notes of oak and finishes with a firm structure.

    The Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Chianti Day to be observed on the first Friday in September, annually.

    About Santa Margherita USA

    Santa Margherita USA is a fine wine import company representing premium and ultra-premium wine estates from Italy. Since our founding in 1935, Count Gaetano Marzotto dedicated his life to establishing Santa Margherita and its estates as one of the leading ambassadors of Italian wine excellence around the world. With the establishment of Santa Margherita USA in 2016, we proudly carry on his vision in the United States.

    DATES
    4 September 2020
    3 September 2021
    2 September 2022
    1 September 2023
    6 September 2024
    5 September 2025
    4 September 2026
    3 September 2027
    1 September 2028
    7 September 2029
    4 September 2030

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  • MEDIA ALERT | NEW DAY PROCLAMATION | NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY – First Friday in September

    National Chianti Day - First Friday in September

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY

    The first Friday in September each year ushers in a celebration worthy of a toast. National Chianti Day recognizes the most-recognized red wines from the Tuscany region of Italy.

    Always leading with the Sangiovese grape, the ruby red wine is famous throughout the world, and Chianti Classico is represented by the iconic Gallo Nero logo, which is a black rooster inside a red circle. While Chianti is most associated with Tuscany, the smaller Chianti Classico region, located between Florence in the north and Siena in the south, is the historical heartland and most-respected area for red wines.

    As essential to Italian cuisine as olive oil, Chianti Classico is a dry red wine that is medium to full-bodied. It shows red cherry and herbaceous notes, making it flexible with many cuisines and pairing particularly well with robust dishes like barbeque and grilled meats. And because Chianti Classico is the authentic taste of Tuscany and the ultimate expression of the region, the wines have a natural affinity to Italian dishes like pasta carbonara or pizza.

    For a more savory and earthy expression, look for the word Riserva. Chianti Classico Riserva demands that the wine is aged an additional two years and will develop subtle notes of balsamic and espresso notes during that time. These hedonistic wines work brilliantly with stews and braised dishes.

    HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalChiantiDay

    Pick up a bottle of Chianti Classico to serve with dinner. To really elevate your meal, consider an aged bottle of Chianti Classico Riserva. While you’re exploring the wine aisle, be sure to plan your meal. May we suggest a charcuterie board with a selection of Italian meats and cheeses? Chianti Classico will also go well with a thick-cut porterhouse steak. But don’t stop there. The tangy acidity of Chianti Classico cuts through the richness on your plate, so explore all the ways this Italian wine complements a meal.

    While you enjoy your wine, be sure to share your favorite pairings by using #NationalChiantiDay on social media.

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY HISTORY

    Santa Margharita USA founded National Chianti Day to honor our Chianti Classico Riserva, a wine that embodies the traditions of Tuscany and the Chianti Classico region. Our Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva is from a single vineyard called Salcentino located just outside of the town of Panzano. Dry, rich, and rewarding, the wine has complex aromas of red cherries and plums with a palate that unfolds to berry fruits and licorice, framed by light toasty notes of oak and finishes with a firm structure.

    The Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Chianti Day to be observed on the first Friday in September, annually.

    About Santa Margharita USA

    Santa Margherita USA is a fine wine import company representing premium and ultra-premium wine estates from Italy. Since our founding in 1935, Count Gaetano Marzotto dedicated his life to establishing Santa Margherita and its estates as one of the leading ambassadors of Italian wine excellence around the world. With the establishment of Santa Margherita USA in 2016, we proudly carry on his vision in the United States.

    DATES
    4 September 2020
    3 September 2021
    2 September 2022
    1 September 2023
    6 September 2024
    5 September 2025
    4 September 2026
    3 September 2027
    1 September 2028
    7 September 2029
    4 September 2030

    There are over 1,500 national days. Don’t miss a single one. Celebrate Every Day® with National Day Calendar®!

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  • NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY – First Friday in September

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY | FIRST FRIDAY IN SEPTEMBER

    The first Friday in September each year ushers in a celebration worthy of a toast. National Chianti Day recognizes the most-recognized red wines from the Tuscany region of Italy.

    #NationalChiantiDay

    Always leading with the Sangiovese grape, the ruby red wine is famous worldwide. The iconic Gallo Nero log and a black rooster inside a red circle represent Chianti Classico. While Chianti is most associated with Tuscany, the smaller Chianti Classico region, located between Florence in the north and Siena in the south, is the historical heartland and most-respected area for red wines.

    As essential to Italian cuisine as olive oil, Chianti Classico is a dry red wine that is medium to full-bodied. It shows red cherry and herbaceous notes, making it flexible with many cuisines and pairing particularly well with robust dishes like barbeque and grilled meats. And because Chianti Classico is the authentic taste of Tuscany and the ultimate expression of the region, the wines have a natural affinity to Italian dishes like pasta, carbonara, or pizza.

    For a more savory and earthy expression, look for the word Riserva. Chianti Classico Riserva demands that the wine be aged an additional two years and will develop subtle balsamic and espresso notes during that time. These hedonistic wines work brilliantly with stews and braised dishes.

    HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY

    Pick up a bottle of Chianti Classico to serve with dinner. To elevate your meal, consider an aged bottle of Chianti Classico Riserva. While exploring the wine aisle, be sure to plan your meal. May we suggest a charcuterie board with a selection of Italian meats and cheeses? Chianti Classico will also go well with a thick-cut porterhouse steak. But don’t stop there. The tangy acidity of Chianti Classico cuts through the richness on your plate, so explore all the ways this Italian wine complements a meal.

    While you enjoy your wine, be sure to share your favorite pairings by using #NationalChiantiDay on social media.

    NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY HISTORY

    Santa Margherita USA founded National Chianti Day to honor our Chianti Classico Riserva, a wine that embodies the traditions of Tuscany and the Chianti Classico region. Our Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva is from a single vineyard called Salcentino located just outside of the town of Panzano. Dry, rich, and rewarding, the wine has complex aromas of red cherries and plums with a palate that unfolds to berry fruits and licorice, framed by light toasty notes of oak and finishes with a firm structure.

    The Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Chianti Day to be observed on the first Friday in September, annually.

    About Santa Margherita USA

    Santa Margherita USA is a fine wine import company representing premium and ultra-premium wine estates from Italy. Since our founding in 1935, Count Gaetano Marzotto dedicated his life to establishing Santa Margherita and its estates as one of the leading ambassadors of Italian wine excellence worldwide. With the establishment of Santa Margherita USA in 2016, we proudly carry on his vision in the United States.

    DATES:
    2 September 2022
    1 September 2023
    6 September 2024
    5 September 2025
    4 September 2026
    3 September 2027
    1 September 2028
    7 September 2029
    4 September 2030

    Chianti FAQ

    Q. What does it mean to let a wine breathe?
    A. Letting wine breathe exposes the wine to the air after opening the bottle and before enjoying it. Exposure to the air enhances the wine’s qualities. The type of wine will determine how long you should let it breathe, too. If you’re in a hurry, a decanter speeds up the process by aerating the wine. Decanting is probably more beneficial than just opening the bottle and letting it sit.

    Q. Do I need to let Chianti breathe?
    A. Yes, Chianti is a wine that benefits from aeration.

    Q. Does chianti need to be served chilled?
    A. Yes, but only slightly. Serve Chianti at slightly below room temperature – between 60-65°F.

     

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  • 2019 Official Destination National Manufacturing Day

    POSI LOCK

    OFFICIAL DESTINATION

     NATIONAL MANUFACTURING DAY | October 4, 2019

    Location:  Cooperstown, North Dakota

    Website:  www.Posilock.com

    Facebook :  facebook.com/posilockpuller

     

    PosiLockIn 1974, founder of Posi Lock Dean Somerville, realized a need for a self-aligning, universal puller that would remove gears and bearing safely and quickly. With his innovative spirit and mechanical background, Dean developed a new puller with a specialized safety cage. In 1978, Dean patented his design and named it the Posi Lock Puller.
    Since then, Posi Lock Puller Inc. has established itself as the undisputed global leader in the industry for heavy weight pullers with an extensive inventory of hydraulic and manual models. In addition, we are the only puller on the market that locks on a failed bearing race. Our hydraulic line offers a pulling capacity from 5-200 tons while the manual pullers range from 1-40 tons of capacity. Contributing to our company’s 40+ years of success is our pullers award winning design: the safety cage allows for fast and safe set up by preventing slippage of the jaws, rolled bolt threads for maximum torque with minimal effort and forged tapered jaws to reach tight spots. These attributes make our pullers a one-man, safe and efficient operating tool. 2019 Proclamation - Posilock - Official Destination - National Manufacturing Day
    Through the years, we have developed a range of specialized pullers catering to a variety of industries: Our transmission pullers were designed specifically for auto repair shops and offer specialized jaws to effectively grasp transmission bearings quickly. The Posi Lock hub pullers include specialized collars to fit a variety automotive and industrial fans and have become invaluable to the HVAC industry. In addition to pullers, we offer hydraulic bench vises, alignment tools and more. We are proud to hold an ISO 9002 certification and several patents. We are an innovative, family owned business located in Cooperstown North Dakota and strives to provide excellent, personalized service to distributors across the globe.

     

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  • NEW DAY PROCLAMATION | NATIONAL CURVES DAY – Second Wednesday in October

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    NATIONAL CURVES DAY

    National Curves Day is celebrated on the second Wednesday of October. Its launch in 2015 was celebrated as year 1 as the groundwork commenced over 100 weeks prior via social media platforms. This was in efforts to stop body shaming while encouraging women to embrace all things plus positive. As the movement grew so did the urge and desire to empower men who faced challenges battling society’s norms to do the same. In 2017, it became COED (/inclusive) and the organization’s mission of Embrace.Encourage.Empower. attained equal purpose.

    Initially centered around fashion, to-date it encompasses so much more. Catch the skinny, since education is power, here’s the key! National Curves Day is in the community 365 days through collaborations and its global ambassadors promoting, participating in, and hosting all things plus: from fun sip and shops, empowerment panels, to health and wellness tips and classes. The annual celebration is always kicked off with a meet and greet housing the everyday curvy bombshell and dapper bomber to industry influencers from diverse backgrounds of employment and stature. The events are always confidence and self-love driven with an art twist.

    The pinnacle of these events is the Annual Honors & Fashion Gala, officially registered as #TheMetofPlus. The Honors and Fashion Gala is to highlight fashion, diversity, confidence and to thank industry innovators and powerhouses for their contribution to diversity. Attendance is highly encouraged as the experience can’t be re-lived through recap alone and this year in particular history is being made.

    Expect a fashion, beauty, wellness, fitness, networking, and branding experience, it’s something for everyone! Guest include top designers, celebrity models, bloggers, editors, media insiders, and +influencers from across the globe.

    HOW TO OBSERVE

    4 Ways to Join the National Curves Day, Inc. Celebration:

    Be the change you want to see. A great portion of the annual Gala’s proceeds will fund the organization’s mentoring programs and/or a charity of choice.

    Confidence is Key, Knowledge is Power, and Support is Everything! Join National Curves Day, Inc. in advocating for self-love, inclusion, and diversity through Embrace. Encourage. Empower. Find out more at National Curves Day, Inc. via www.NationalCurvesDay.com and use #NationalCurvesDay to share on social media.

    HISTORY

    Zak (KSecret Dunbar-Bell), Creative Director and CEO of Jon Marc Collection created National Curves Day in 2015 to encourage women (and now men also) to love who they are right where they are! Just shy of two years ago, National Curves Day, became Incorporated as a global non-profit (COED) social organization that embodies inner peace, confidence, love for self and others through the foundation it was built on, “Embrace. Encourage. Empower.” for the curvy and plus community.

    In 2018, the Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Curves Day to be observed annually on the second Wednesday in October.

    For more information email Press@NationalCurvesDay.com or 301.404.9436

    DATES:
    October 10, 2018
    October 9, 2019
    October 14, 2020
    October 13, 2021
    October 12, 2022
    October 11, 2023
    October 9, 2024
    October 8, 2025
    October 7, 2026
    October 13, 2027
    October 11, 2028

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  • NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY – May 30

    NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY | MAY 30

    National Mint Julep Day on May 30th each year sets up a refreshing toast to summer. Each year, people around the country gather for a glass of mint julep! This refreshing southern classic is a traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby.

    #MintJulepDay

    A classic mint julep is made with a mint leaf, bourbon, sugar, and water. In the Southern states, where mint julep is more associated with the cuisine, spearmint is the mint of choice. Preparation of the drink may vary from one bartender to another.

    • Some believe the mint julep originated in the southern United States sometime during the 18th century.
    • The term “julep” is generally defined as a sweet drink, particularly one used as a vehicle for medicine.
    • During the 19th century, Americans also enjoyed a gin-based julep.
    • Each year, Churchill Downs serves almost 120,000 mint juleps over the two-day period of the Kentucky Oaks and the Kentucky Derby.
    • May 2008 – Churchill Downs unveiled the world’s largest mint julep glass (6-foot  tall).

    HOW TO OBSERVE MINT JULEP DAY

    Enjoy a mint julep on this nice spring day! Try out a delicious Mint Julep recipe provided by National Day Calendar Ambassadors the Erratic Divas. Use #MintJulepDay to post on social media.

    NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY HISTORY

    National Day Calendar continues to research the origins of this holiday beverage. While we do, take a sip of these other summertime beverage celebrations:

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  • NATIONAL GRAPE POPSICLE DAY | May 27

    NATIONAL GRAPE POPSICLE DAY

    Since summer is just around the corner, May 27th calls for warm weather, sunshine, and National Grape Popsicle Day.

    #GrapePopsicleDay

    In San Francisco, California, in 1905, 11-yr-old Frank Epperson was outside on his porch, mixing water with a white powdered flavoring to make soda.  Upon going inside, he left it there on the porch with the stirring stick still in it.  That night the temperature reached a record low and the following morning, Frank discovered the drink had frozen to the stick.

    Years later, in 1922, Epperson introduced his treat at a fireman’s ball where it was a huge success. Then in 1923, he made and sold his frozen treat-on-a-stick at an amusement park in Alameda, California.  Epperson applied for a patent in 1924 for his frozen confectionery, which he called “Epsicle” ice pop.  He then renamed it “Popsicle“.

    Popsicles are one of summertime’s favorite treats for kids of all ages. National Grape Popsicle Day honors one of the most popular flavors!

    HOW TO OBSERVE GRAPE POPSICLE DAY

    Make some homemade grape popsicles or pick up your favorite frozen grape treat. We even have a grape…great One Ingredient Grape Popsicle Recipe from our National Day Calendar Ambassadors, the Erratic Divas. One way to enjoy your popsicle without the mess is by adding it to a clear soda. Pour the soda into a glass and then just add your popsicle to your soda. Not only does it keep your drink cool, but it also adds a bright color to your beverage. As the popsicle begins to melt, break it up like a slushy. What other ways do you enjoy your popsicles?

    Use #GrapePopsicleDay to post on social media.

    NATIONAL GRAPE POPSICLE DAY HISTORY

    National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of this summer holiday celebration. While we celebrate, check out these other sweet and chilly holidays:

    Still looking for more? Find 7 Summertime Treats to Celebrate Every Day!

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